The artwork titled “A Little Zen” was created by Helen Frankenthaler in 1970 and is a representative piece of the Color Field Painting and Lyrical Abstraction movements. It falls within the genre of abstract art.
The artwork features an elegant and minimalist composition. Dominating the piece is a broad, flowing shape in blue that suggests fluidity and calm. Contrasting with this blue form is a green, sinuous line that curves delicately across and above the blue, lending a sense of movement and dynamism. Near one end of the green line is a small, vivid orange shape, offering a striking focal point amid the more subdued colors. The overall effect of the artwork is harmonious, reflecting a balance and simplicity that aligns with its title, “A Little Zen.”
